Top Blokes newsYoung men aren’t looking for extremism.
19 February 2026
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Flipping the script on the story of young men’s lives
Welcome to a world where resilience, empathy and self-respect reign supreme. Together we’re smashing stereotypes and reshaping the future of masculinities through long-term, evidence-based mentoring programs for 10-24 year olds.
Join us in this exciting journey as we champion mental wellbeing, break down barriers and empower the next generation of Top Blokes.
Our mentoring programs
Mentoring for Boys
Empower boys to become the confident, responsible young men they deserve to be. Our tailored mentoring, delivered by qualified youth workers, cultivates resilience, empathy and positive masculinities through essential life skills in mental health, relationships, online safety and leadership.
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Mentoring for Teens
Foster better mental health, more responsible decision-making and deeply respectful relationships via our dynamic program for young males. Proven to improve school attendance, our long-term mentoring program also enhances overall wellbeing and helps teens feel empowered.
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Mentoring for Workplaces
Help your workforce thrive. Our eight-week mentoring program supports young men to talk openly about mental health and build resilience and stronger relationships. The result? Safer teams, higher retention and a workplace culture where men feel supported to perform their best.
Learn moreReady to back your workforce?
Partner with Top Blokes to create a culture where young men feel safe and supported. Together we’ll design a program that helps your staff build resilience, strengthen relationships and thrive at work while you see stronger retention, safer teams and measurable impact.
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Who we are
We exist so more young males lead healthy and safe lives.
Our vision: mentoring boys and young males to redefine their notion of a ‘top bloke’ as resilient, empathetic and authentic. Our proactive, long-term mentoring programs offer tools for growth and wellbeing, fostering communities where trust, respect and multiple definitions of masculinity thrive. More than just an organisation, we’re mentors and allies, empowering young males to find their inner strength and lead with confidence.
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OUR REACH IN 2025
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boys and young men mentored
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schools and organisations across Australia
How we do it
Lasting impact with expert guidance
Our long-term programs, led by qualified youth workers, are designed to create change that lasts, foster leadership and grow boys into adults.
We’re with them every step of the way as they navigate life’s challenges and become exemplary community members.
Tailored support from within Australian communities
We’re deeply rooted in the communities we service, offering tailored, evidence-based programs for boys and young men aged 10-24.
Our approach is local, so we understand and can address community-specific needs so every young male we work with gets the tools he needs to thrive
Empowering healthy masculinities
We focus on fostering positive, healthy masculinities and breaking free from stereotypes.
Our programs are dedicated to empowering young males to find their unique strengths, embrace their true selves, and positively contribute to their communities.
Get Involved
We’re an Australian charity dedicated to positively influencing boys and young men. All support, fundraising and donations help us continue to make a real difference.
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Young men aren’t logging on looking for extremism. They’re looking for connection.
Today, we appeared before the NSW Parliamentary Inquiry into Measures to Combat Right-Wing Extremism to share what we see in our programs and what young men truly want and need.
Loneliness. Identity. Online influence.
When young men are given safe spaces, trusted mentors and room to think critically, they don’t drift toward extremism. They build resilience against it.
“Right-wing extremism doesn’t emerge in a vacuum. It often grows in the space where young men feel isolated, unsure of who they are, and disconnected from real support.”
— Melissa Abu-Gazaleh, Founder and Managing Director, Top Blokes Foundation
Young men are not the problem. They are part of the solution.
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“It’s always okay to tell a mate how you’re going.”
Sometimes the biggest shift is the simplest one.
Instead of just “bottling it and leaving it,” these young men are learning that speaking up is a skill worth mastering. Top Blokes shows them how to share what’s on their mind before it becomes a burden, because checking in on a mate starts with being honest about your own head.
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What actually makes a great mentor?
Our Youth Ambassador Council recently reflected on what makes the difference, and it all comes down to connection. A great mentor is someone who meets you where you’re at and respects you enough to be real.
When you get that match right, it changes the whole game. Having that steady support gives you the confidence to find your own direction and the space to figure out who you want to be.
That’s The Mentor Effect in action.
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Last week, our team from across QLD and NSW came together for training and connection, stepping out of the day-to-day to focus on strengthening our impact for young men.
We reflected on what we’ve learned, where we’re heading, and how we can best support young men in a changing world. This year also marks 20 years of Top Blokes, standing alongside young men as they navigate life’s challenges.
BRING ON 2026!
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Interested in bringing Top Blokes to your school OR community group?
If you’re in NSW or QLD book a chat with us. Outside those states? Reach out via our Contact Us page.